Cholera vaccine, live Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 14, 2023.
Applies to cholera vaccine, live: oral for oral suspension.
Side effects include:
Tiredness, headache, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, lack of appetite, diarrhea.
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to cholera vaccine, live: oral suspension.
General
The most commonly reported side effects included headache, tiredness, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. Based on clinical trials, adverse reactions in children are expected to be similar to those in adults.[Ref]
Dermatologic
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Rash
Gastrointestinal
Very common (10% or more): Abdominal pain (up to 38%), nausea (up to 22%), loose stool (13.9%), vaccine shedding in stool for 7 days post-vaccination (up to 11.3%)
Common (1% to 10%): Diarrhea, vomiting
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Flatulence, constipation, abdominal distension, dyspepsia, abnormal feces, dry mouth, eructation[Ref]
Metabolic
Very common (10% or more): Lack of/decreased appetite (up to 29.1%)[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Arthralgia
Nervous system
Very common (10% or more): Headache (up to 45.8%)
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dizziness[Ref]
Other
Very common (10% or more): Tiredness/fatigue (up to 41%)
Common (1% to 10%): Fever/pyrexia
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Chills[Ref]
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References
1. Product Information. Vaxchora (cholera vaccine, live). Emergent Travel Health, Inc. 2022.
2. Product Information. Vaxchora (cholera vaccine, live). Patientric Ltd. 2023.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.